Coping and Resiliency

Rosemarie Czarina Ocampo

Ina Cathrina Chiu

Abigail Ann Guinez

Esther Eunice Salacup
 Resiliency
 the process of adapting well in the face of
adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or other
significant sources of stress
 ability to “bounce back” from difficult
experiences, either to return to a previous state of
normal functioning, or to function better than
expected after exposure to traumatic experience
 the inborn capacity for self-righting and for
transformation and change
 Resiliency
 studies have shown that resiliency is more than just
the capacity of individuals to cope well under
adversity; it also means the capacity of individuals
to navigate their way to the psychological, social,
cultural, and physical resources that sustain their
well-being
 the capacity, individually and collectively, to
negotiate for these resources to be provided and
experiences in culturally meaningful ways.
 Coping vs. Resiliency
Coping is an act to alleviate any form
of stress, and may be temporary and
situational.
BUT
Being resilient is a more or less
permanent trait.
Traits found in Resilient Survivors
• Social competency
• A sense of purpose and belief in a bright
future
• Competence
• Problem-solving Skills
• Autonomy
• Adaptive distancing from negative
messages and conditions
 Specific characteristics of resilient
individuals
• Views self and the future positively
• Accepts that change is a part of living
• Moves towards goals
• Bases decisions/choices on own instincts and
confidence in own abilities.
• Have a “where there’s a will, there’s a way”
attitude
• Tendency to see problems as opportunities
 Specific characteristics of resilient
individuals
• Tries to see even difficult situations in
perspective
• Views crises as challenges to be faced, rather
than insurmountable obstacles
• Ability to “hang tough” when things are
difficult
 Factors that Affect the
Development of Resiliency

A.Risk Factors
B.Factors that Promote
Resiliency
 Risk Factors

 Related to poor or negative

outcomes

 May be cumulative, carrying,

additive and exponential risks
when they co-occur
 Factors that Promote Resiliency
 ability to cope with stress effectively and in
a healthy manner
 having good problem-solving skills
 seeking help
 holding the belief that there is something
one can do to manage your feelings and
cope
 having social support
 Factors that Promote Resiliency
 Being connected with others such as family
or friends
 Self-disclosure of the trauma to loved ones
 Spirituality
 Having an identity as a survivor as opposed
to a victim
 Helping others
 Finding positive meaning in the trauma
Skills of a Resilient Individual
A. Cognitive Aspect

 Mental quieting
 Reflection and insight
 Philosophy and faith
 Creativity and mental stimulation
 Mental discipline
 Sense of humor
Skills of a Resilient Individual
B. Physical Aspect
 Relaxation
 Exercise
 Nutrition
 Sleep/rest
Skills of a Resilient Individual
C. Behavioral Aspect
 Conflict resolution
 Ethical action
 Time management
 Recreation
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 Findings on Resiliency Research

o Gender plays an important role.

o Those who live in poverty are more at risk
due to limited resources and limited access
to services.
o Children whose parents allow them to
develop self-reliance and independence,
have greater chances of developing
resiliency later in life
 Findings on Resiliency Research
o Children born with “easy” temperament are
more easily nurtured by parents, making a
“good” disposition a resilient trait at birth

o Children from families with high degree of

bonding , communication, problem solving
skills, general resourcefulness and flexibility
have high tendencies to become resilient even in
adult life
 Findings on Resiliency Research

o Individuals with social support from the

peer group will become more resilient in
times of trouble
 7 Aspects of Resilience
1. Access to material resources
2. Access to supportive relationships
3. Development of a desirable personal identity
4. Experiences of power and control
5. Adherence to cultural traditions
6. Experiences of social justice
7. Experiences of a sense of cohesion with
others
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2 Kinds of Characteristics that
Asses Resiliency Resources

1.Protective traits
2.Risk traits
Protective Traits
• strengths that help a person or family cope
with stress or life difficulties, increasing the
likelihood of rebound from difficult situations
Risk Traits
• influences that may interfere with the person’s
or family's ability to cope during times of
stress
 Emotional Intelligence
• ability to perceive and express one’s
emotions, understand and reason with
emotion, and regulate emotion in oneself
and others.

•According to Daniel Goleman: “the

capacities to create optimal results in one’s
relationships with oneself and others.
 5 Emotional Competencies
1. Emotional awareness
2. Managing one’s emotions
3. Self-motivation
4. Empathy
5. Coaching other’s emotions
Building your Resiliency
 How to Build your Resiliency
According to Darryl Conner in his book
“Managing at the Speed of Change”:
 Be Proactive
 Be Focused
 Be Organized
 Be Positive
 Be Flexible
 Cycle of Change

Proactive Proactive
“I got through it. “Something is up?”
What’s next?”

Resiliency
Focused
Flexible “What is it?
“I am able to do this.”

Positive Organized
“I will do this!” “What do I need to do?”
 How to Build your Resiliency
According to American Psychological
Association (APA)
 Maintaining good relationships with close
family members, friends and others
 avoiding seeing crises or stressful events as
unbearable problems
 accepting circumstances that cannot be
changed
 How to Build your Resiliency
(APA)
Developing realistic goals and move
towards them
Taking decisive actions in adverse
situations
Looking for opportunities of self-
discovery after a struggle with loss
 How to Build your Resiliency
(APA)
 Developing self-confidence
 Keeping a long-term perspective and
consider the stressful event in a broader
context
 Maintaining a hopeful outlook, expect
good things and visualize what is wished
 How to Build your Resiliency
(APA)
 Taking care of one’s mind and body,
exercise regularly , paying attention to
one’s own needs and feelings and engaging
in relaxing activities that one enjoys
 Learning form the past and maintaining
flexibility
 Having a balanced life
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